Acute Otitis Media
Medical Specialty:
Ear, Nose, and Throat
Overview
Acute otitis media is one of the most common inflammatory diseases in children but is also seen in adults. It is characterized by the accumulation of inflammatory fluid behind the eardrum and severe ear pain.Symptoms
- ear pain
- fever
- muffled hearing
- reduced hearing
- fatigue
WHAT IS IT
The condition is an acute inflammation of the middle ear with a viral or bacterial origin. It most commonly develops after an upper respiratory tract infection.
TYPES
- Viral middle ear infection
- Bacterial middle ear infection
- Serous otitis
CAUSES
- Viral infections
- Bacterial infections
- Complications after a cold
- Dysfunction of the Eustachian tube
SYMPTOMS
- Ear pain
- Ear blockage
- Hearing loss
- Fever
- Restlessness in children
TREATMENT
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Nasal drops
- Antibiotic treatment for bacterial infection
- Paracentesis if necessary
SYNONYMS: Middle ear infection, acute ear inflammation, ear infection, acute otitis media
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